Electrical Engineer – EV Charging Systems

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer with a deep expertise in medium and low voltage distributions systems. The ideal candidate will lead all technical aspects of the electrical distribution systems for EV charging from the utility supply to the charger(s).

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

What you can expect to do here:

• You will lead the technical development of electrical projects, from preliminary studies to detailed engineering;
• You will prepare, review, and approve drawings including but not limited to site plans, single line diagrams, panel schedules, and material takeoffs for 240V to 35kV distribution systems.
• You will be familiar with various EV charging systems for light duty and heavy-duty fleet vehicles.
• Conduct power systems studies including short circuit analysis, arc flash, grounding and protection coordination.
• Work with clients to identify their needs and transpose them into requirement registers.
• You will work with the low voltage and civil teams to prepare complete specifications and design packages.
• Oversee members of the design & drafting team.
• You will technically assess customer requests and ensure the design of electrical installations, within the framework of single and multidisciplinary projects;
• Prepare, review, and approve electrical equipment and installation specifications.
• Attend project technical reviews
• Coordinate will project stakeholders including the client, utility providers, municipal agencies, and engineering firms with the support of the Project Manager.
• You will review and approve RFPs for the installation of equipment;
• You will prepare and analyze bids and tender documents;
• You will ensure deadlines are respected and that the quality of deliverables is ensured;
  You will represent the firm to clients.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of active Professional Engineering experience with medium and low voltage systems.
• Registered as a Professional Engineering in one (1) or more provinces/Territories.
• Excellent command of the Canadian Electrical code and local additions.
• Fluent in the English language. Bilingual French and English is highly valued.
• Experience with hydrogen fueling systems is an asset.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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